Passport Atlas
Australia Skilled Independent 189
Invitation from SkillSelect. Occupation must be on the relevant list and a skills assessment is mandatory. 65 is the legal minimum; invitations usually need more.
Meets the gates
Requirements
- Under 45 at invitation32
- Competent English (IELTS 6)CLB 7
- Occupation on the skilled listyes
- Skilled work helps points5y
- At least 65 points65
- Timeline
- Assessment + EOI + visa grant often 8–18 months.
- Path to PR
- Permanent visa; citizenship after residence.
- Reference line
- Competitive occupations often invite from the high 80s or 90s.
Checklist
- Required
Valid passport
- Required
Passport photos to spec
- Required
Degree certificates + transcripts
- Required
Employment letters and payslips
- Required
Language test results
- Required
Police certificates
- Required
Immigration medical exam
- Required
Proof of funds / salary
- Required
CV / resume
- Required
Skills assessment
Indicative only. Not a substitute for a licensed adviser.